2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mondeo would be higher. Both 2005 Ford Mondeo and 2007 SsangYong Actyon are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 393 kg more than 2005 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo. 2007 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mondeo | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
